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I wasn't on this board back then, but I don't remember that being the sentiment at all.  Not to mention it was a totally different world.  Chandler extension would not be near the size of what AD is looking for, he was 27/28 as opposed 32/33 and the CBA was much softer back then.  Its way more punishing now to strap yourself to an albatross contract.

Surely AD will not expect a max contract when he's next eligible, at age 35. He has a PO for the 27-28 season for ~$65M, but beyond that I don't see him getting another max, or anywhere close. Ideally, he gets comfy here, helps with a couple of deep playoff runs while watching Flagg mature, then declines his PO to sign a 3-1 contract at a reduced rate to extend his paydays and help with roster building. But that's probably just me having too much holiday cheer.